Wall Street CEOs Sound Alarm on Economic Impact of New Regulations
CEOs of major Wall Street banks, including JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, and Goldman Sachs, warned lawmakers that proposed capital hikes and new regulations could negatively impact lending, capital markets, and the broader economy. The banks are campaigning against the "Basel endgame" proposal, which changes how banks calculate their loss-absorbing capital. Democrats expressed skepticism towards the industry's concerns, while Republicans and CEOs highlighted potential adverse effects on various sectors. Regulators argue that the rules are necessary to protect the banking system.